Upcoming 7 EastEnders spoilers: Harry's hostage ordeal continues, Nigel's in trouble with the police, and Zoe's secrets continue

Here's what's coming up on EastEnders
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That was quite a week in EastEnders spoilers, wasn’t it?! And the drama is going to keep on coming as new show boss Ben Wadey gets his teeth stuck in and keeps on bringing the good stuff.

In this week’s episodes we’ve seen the residents of Walford reel in shock as Joel’s vicious attack on Vicki was revealed – and Joel shopped to the police by his own dad.

Elsewhere, Okie continued to torment captive Harry, keeping him locked up while he went on a date with Gina.

The drama continues in spoilers for October 20 – 24, as a drugged-up Harry remains Okie’s hostage. Meanwhile, Nigel is in hot water after crashing his car, and Zoe has another shock for Kat.

And beyond that? Read on for our pick of the best upcoming spoilers for EastEnders.

Okie threatens Harry while a henchman looms in the doorway
Harry remains Okie’s captive (Credit: BBC)

1. Okie continues to torment Harry

Okie has been holding Harry captive ever since he and Ravi discovered the hidden camera in Kojo’s flat. Ravi instructed Okie to let Harry go, but instead he decided to further torment the captive Mitchell man.

Harry’s captivity continues in EastEnders spoilers for upcoming, even as George and Teddy grow increasingly suspicious. While Teddy heads off to Cardiff in search of his son, Okie instructs Harry to get in touch with Kojo. Instead, Harry tells Kojo to run away.

Kojo returns home after Okie issues a terrifying threat to Harry, but will he be able to help his friend? And what answers will Teddy find in Cardiff?

Nigel swipes his car keys in EastEnders
Nigel swipes back the keys to his car (Credit: BBC)

2. Car crash terror for Nigel

After finalising the sale of his beloved car, Nigel decides to take it for one last spin. Stealing the keys back from Julie, he hops in and sets out for a drive.

However, he quickly becomes confused when Julie calls, and crashes. In the aftermath, confused Nigel tries to figure out what has happened.

Julie takes the blame for the crash, but Nigel is convinced that she’s lying about being behind the wheel. He goes to see Jack, who takes him down the station to make a statement.

How much trouble is Nigel in?

Cindy and Jasmine smile at one another
Cindy is impressed by Jasmine’s ambition (Credit: BBC)

3. Jasmine’s true identity uncovered in EastEnders spoilers

Newcomer Jasmine quickly bagged herself a job at The Albert upon her arrival. She’s already caught the eye of Oscar Branning and Cindy Beale seems really taken with her.

But it’s become very clear very quickly that Jasmine isn’t all that she seems. While some fans are convinced she is Zoe Slater’s secret son who has transitioned, others think she has a darker connection to Walford than that.

As Jasmine admitted to being from a family of criminals and was also shady about providing her paperwork for the job, fans are convinced she is from one criminal family in particular: the Ford clan.

Jackie Ford is the woman who Cindy informed on in prison and was put into witness protection for. Although she is now dead, hence why Cindy has her whole life back, is Jasmine a relative out for revenge? And if so, is Cindy in terrible danger?

Kat and Zoe in EastEnders
Just how honest is Zoe being? (Credit: BBC)

4. Delving deeper into Zoe’s past in EastEnders spoilers

Zoe Slater made her surprise return earlier this year, amid a cloud of mystery and lies. After months of speculation, the soap finally revealed what Zoe had been up to since leaving Walford in 2005 – she’d given birth to twins in 2006, and given her surviving son up for adoption.

Poor Zoe probably should have stayed away from Walford. She hadn’t been back five minutes when she copped a bullet from Jack and Ravi, who had been battling it out on the Square nearby. As paramedics rushed her to the hospital, her troubled past was revealed – including a surprising Max Branning connection.

The secrets and lies continue in EastEnders spoilers for upcoming, as she steals money from The Vic in order to fund her PI. Kat somehow manages to overlook this latest betrayal, only to be blindsided by another bombshell when they share a bonding moment.

Is Zoe lying about her son’s father in order to get money out of Sharon? And what will happen when she is reunited with him? Will it be all she hoped for? Or is Zoe set for more heartache?

Max is back in EastEnders
Max is back where he belongs (Credit: BBC)

5. Max prepares for a permanent return

Max returned (again) for Lauren and Peter’s recent wedding, immediately putting himself at the centre of the drama. He’s only back briefly but that hasn’t stopped him from rowing with daughter Lauren, ending things with Zoe, and driving Stacey out of Walford.

But, after going away for a little while, Max will be back in the Square on a permanent basis later this year. We’re expecting a lot more drama between Lauren and Max, and Zoe for that matter.

This is not to mention the fact he has a secret daughter, Annie, who he knows nothing of. What will happen when Linda returns and the pair reconnect?

Eve and Suki talking
Eve wants to adopt (Credit: BBC)

6. Baby talk for Suki and Eve

Eve and Suki are ready to talk adoption after Eve suggested that they raise a baby together. Suki then looked into the idea online, but some cruel comments about her past parenting experiences from Priya cast doubt in Suki’s mind.

Is she already having second thoughts?

Stacey and Freddie in the cafe together
Freddie and Stacey are leaving the soap (Credit: BBC)

7. Freddie’s farewell in EastEnders spoilers

Zoe may have recently returned, but the Slater ranks will be thinned again before the year ends. Bobby Brazier is set to leave the soap in upcoming scenes, shortly after Lacey Turner’s recently exit.

Of Bobby’s exit, an EastEnders rep revealed to The Sun: “We can confirm that Bobby Brazier will be leaving EastEnders, and we wish him all the best for the future.”

Read more: Who’s leaving, joining and returning to EastEnders this year? Complete list of exits, arrivals and returns.